You’re doing everything you can to hold it together—but inside, it’s exhausting.
You’re constantly anxious, weighed down by past trauma, or watching your child or teen struggle and not knowing how to help. You want peace, but therapy feels intimidating or worse… like it won’t actually help. You’ve tried so much and are afraid to try one more thing that might not help.
It’s hard to open up when you’re used to being strong. It’s even harder to trust that healing is possible.
You might feel alone, misunderstood, or unsure where to even start. Traditional therapy can feel cold or clinical, leaving you stuck in your head instead of actually healing in your body and soul.
Hi, I’m Colleen and this is where Sable, my co-therapist and I come in.
I offer a warm, down-to-earth approach to trauma-informed care, blending evidence-based therapy methods like EMDR, CBT, and DBT with the powerful connection of animal assisted therapy. My co-therapist, Sable (a trained therapy dog), brings comfort, grounding, and a sense of safety to each session, especially for those who struggle to open up.
I work with adults, teens, and children as young as 5, to create a compassionate space where real work leads to real healing. Sable and I meet you right where you are with no judgment and no pressure. We walk with you toward the peace and healing you’ve been craving for you and your family.
You don’t have to do this alone. Healing is possible, and you deserve support that sees the whole you.
Reach out today for your free, 15-minute consultation and start your journey healing with the highest quality trauma and animal assisted therapy. Colleen is currently in network with Aetna.
What is animal assisted therapy?
Animal assisted therapy is a therapeutic process where animals, like dogs, cats, birds, etc. are engaged as part of the therapeutic process. Animals often contributed to a sense of calm and peace for many people. In Colleen’s case, she’s assisted by her animal co-therapist, Sable the therapy dog. How Sable engages with each client is different and is entirely up to the client. You can learn more about animal assisted therapy here.
Colleen’s Nitty Gritty
- Education – MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at Liberty University
- Licenses – Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) [NC License #A19485]
- Training & Certifications – Trained in EMDR, DBT, CBT
If you are ready to make deep change in your life, schedule your free, 15-minute phone consultation for counseling in Wake Forest, NC. My specialties include history of abuse, domestic violence, faith-based counseling, anxiety, and trauma. Don’t spend another day feeling hopeless!